Optional Life Insurance
The plan provides an opportunity to purchase group life insurance. The insurance is payable in the event of death from any cause while in 間眅埶AV's employ, other than suicide occurring within two years of the effective date of coverage. There is no cash value upon termination, however, conversion privileges are available. If converting to an individual plan, conversion must be applied for and in place within 30 days of termination of the group coverage.
Amount of Coverage Available
The insurance is available in units of $25,000 to a maximum of $400,000 for the employee and a maximum of $250,000 for the spouse.
For detailed information on monthly premiums, please refer to Employee and Spouse Optional Group Life Insurance - Monthly Premiums.
How to Qualify as a Non-Smoker
You and your spouse qualify as a non-smoker if you have not smoked in the last twelve months. If you have smoked during this period, but claim otherwise, your insurance will be void. If you or your spouse are paying smoker rates and have not smoked in the last twelve months, please complete the and return to benefits@sfu.ca.
When will Coverage End?
The insurance for the member will cease on the earliest of the following events:
- The date your employment ends
- The last day of the month before the month in which you reach age 70
- The last day of the month in which a premium has been paid
The insurance for the spouse will cease on the earliest of the following events:
- The date your employment ends
- The last day of the month before the month your spouse reaches age 70
- The last day of the month in which a premium has been paid
Who Can be Named as Beneficiary?
a) Any person(s) or organization (charity, church, university etc.) can be named as beneficiary. If appointing a beneficiary under the age of majority, a declaration appointing a trustee must also be completed.
b) The member is the designated beneficiary of spousal insurance.